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Posted on January 20, 2012
Please join us at ATIA Orlando next week (1/26-1/28) and check out these very informative presentations:
Help Me Do That: Using Core Vocabulary in Saltillo and PRC Devices
January 26 from 8am to 9am
This presentation will use the expertise of three clinicians to explore differences in representing core vocabulary on PRC and Saltillo AAC devices. A school-based cli...nician will share her experiences of assessment and implementation using different levels of core vocabulary on different AAC devices. Two consultants will highlight the differences between four vocabulary systems: The MultiChat and PalmChat (Saltillo Corporation) and Unity 1-hit and Unity Sequenced (Prentke Romich Company). Case studies and videos of children using various AAC devices/ vocabulary systems will be presented, demonstrating how to implement core vocabulary across a wide range of language abilities.
Specialized Curriculum and Augmentative Communication: Putting the Pieces Together
January 26 from 2:35pm to 3:35pm
Learn how to create classroom environments rich in AAC opportunities and educational learning. This collaborative presentation utilizes N2Y's News-2-You educational content paired with AMDi's static and Saltillo's dynamic communication devices. Together they provide practical solutions to increase device use while improving overall academic knowledge.
Practical Strategies, Games and Activities for Teaching PalmChat and MultiChat!
January 26 from 3:50pm to 4:10pm
How can I teach the AAC Device Vocabulary to my user? If you struggle with this question and if you have AAC users with the popular PalmChat or MultiChat Vocabularies come to this session and get some tips. The presenters will show some proven ways to use the device in everyday settings that allow a user to learn the vocabularies and no more boring drill! You will see videos of actual users in a variety of settings. These techniques have started from real teachers and SLP's struggling with this very concept. Learn from their experience. A CD will be given at this session that has several activities included.
Posted on January 4, 2012
Do you need help programming your NOVA Chat or just wonder "what does that button do"? Check out our listing of webinars scheduled for the new year. http://saltillo.com/webinars
Posted on December 8, 2011
We recently sent out an email trying to increase awareness about our Facebook Page. Our goal was to get to 250 fans by the end of November. However, you all came together and blew that number away! Thanks so much- we appreciate you all! As promised in the email, we have chosen 5 fans at random to win a prize. Congratulations to Laura Simmons-Martinez, Brandi Sokolowski, Linda Friel, David Lolling and Kim Vuong. Please send your mailing address to cara@saltillo.com to receive your prize.
Please continue to check us out on Facebook page, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube for helpful hints, news and contests!
Posted on December 1, 2011
Ladies, gentlemen, and children, it's the moment you've all been waiting for! Announcing the winner of our first video contest....Brodin E. Watch Brodin as he uses the ALT-Chat to order food at several restaurants. Congrats Brodin and thanks for sharing your video. Your prize is on it's way!
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Posted on November 28, 2011
Visit Saltillo's booth Tuesday, December 6th, 2011 at
Moore Norman Technology Center
South Penn Campus
13301 South Penn Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK 73170
Stop in for a chance to see the new NOVA Chat 7!
For more information about the 2011 Oklahoma Assistive Technology Equipment Exposition, visit their website. http://www.theoatc.org/
Sit in on Lisa Timm's presentation, AAC Device Implementation with Saltillo at 10:45 AM.
Posted on November 22, 2011
This is a fantastic story about Adil, our Saltillo ambassador. He is such an inspiration to us all! His ChatPC gave him a voice and helps him communicate with others at his job. Click here to read the article.
Posted on November 15, 2011
Join Saltillo trainer Lisa Timm for two FREE trainings!
When: November 29, 2011
Session one: ChatPC: Overview and Basic Customization
9:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m.
0.3 ASHA ceus available!
Session two: TouchChat for the iPad/iPod/iPhone – Basic Operation and Customization
1:00 p.m. –4:00 p.m.
0.3 ASHA ceus available!
Where: Illinois Assistive Technology Program
Advanced registration is required.
Click here to print registration form.
Posted on November 14, 2011
Join Saltillo at ASHA this week, November 17th-19th. This is your chance to stop by booth 1119 to check out the new NOVA Chat 7 that everyone is talking about. It's a MUST SEE!
You also have the opportunity to see TouchChat in action on Friday, November 18th at 8am, as our own Belva Holman will give you an overview of this powerful AAC app. You won't want to miss it!
Click the link for more details. http://www.asha.org/events/convention/
Posted on November 1, 2011
Saltillo is looking for pictures of our users for our upcoming catalog. All we ask is that the picture shows the person using the device. 5 pictures will be chosen and those users will receive a $100 prize. Deadline is 11/21 so you only have a few weeks! Submit photos to cara@saltillo.com
Posted on October 25, 2011
Come and see our products, including the new NOVA chat 7 in action at ATIA Chicago, November 3-5. Also be sure to check out these three amazing sessions.
1. Specialized Curriculum and Augmentative Communication: Putting the Pieces Together, Friday, November 4, 9:15-10:15 AM
Learn how to create classroom environments rich in AAC opportunities and educational learning. This collaborative presentation utilizes N2Y's News-2-You educational content paired with Saltillo's dynamic communication devices. Together they provide practical solutions to increase device use while improving overall academic knowledge
2. Practical Strategies, Games and Activities for Teaching PalmChat and MultiChat!, Friday, November 4, 3:25-3:45 PM
How can I teach the AAC Device Vocabulary to my user? If you struggle with this question and if you have AAC users with the popular PalmChat or MultiChat Vocabularies come to this session and get some tips. The presenters will show some proven ways to use the device in everyday settings that allow a user to learn the vocabularies and no more boring drill! You will see videos of actual users in a variety of settings. These techniques have started from real teachers and SLP's struggling with this very concept. Learn from their experience. A CD will be given at this session that has several activities included
3. Help Me Do That: Using Core Vocabulary in Saltillo and PRC Devices, Saturday, November 5, 8-9 AM
Core vocabulary is well understood to be essential in providing AAC services. This has been documented across device companies, research studies, and clinical papers. This presentation will use the expertise of three clinicians to explore differences in representing core vocabulary on PRC and Saltillo AAC devices. A school-based clinician will share her experiences of assessment and implementation using different levels of core vocabulary on different AAC devices. Two consultants will highlight the differences between four vocabulary systems: The MultiChat and PalmChat (Saltillo Corporation) and Unity 1-hit and Unity Sequenced (Prentke Romich Company). Case studies and videos of children using various AAC devices/ vocabulary systems will be presented, demonstrating how to implement core vocabulary across a wide range of language abilities.
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